Sapsford embraces Australian influx at Dundee United ahead of season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:57 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Sapsford embraces Australian influx at Dundee United ahead of season opener

Summary

Zac Sapsford expresses enthusiasm for the growing number of Australian players at Dundee United, now including Daniel Bennie, Lachlan Rose, Joshua Rawlins, and Jesse Randall. The Australian striker aims to improve on last season's seventh-place finish, targeting a top-six spot and potential European qualification. Dundee United hosts Rangers on Friday in their opening match of the season. Sapsford, who scored 11 goals last season and three in the Premier Sports Cup group, is focused on continuing his strong performance as the team looks to bounce back after last year’s challenges.

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Key Details

•Zac Sapsford joined Dundee United last summer.
•Team aims for a top-six finish this season.
•Dundee United hosts Rangers on Friday.
•Sapsford scored 11 goals last season.
•Four Australian players are now on the team.

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9:57 AMYahoo Sports — Sapsford feels right at home amid 'amazing' Aussie influx

What they're saying

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Zac Sapsford is loving the influx of players from down under at Tannadice. The Australian striker joined Dundee United last summer and now has company in fellow countrymen Daniel Bennie, Lachlan Rose and Joshua Rawlins, plus New Zealander Jesse Randall. "I am shocked at how many we are getting, it is amazing," said 23-year-old Sapsford.
— Yahoo Sports

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